infeasible
|in/fea/si/ble|
C1
/ɪnˈfiːzəbl/
impossible to do
Etymology
Etymology Information
'infeasible' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'facere' meaning 'to do or make'.
Historical Evolution
'infeasible' changed from the Old French word 'infeasible' and eventually became the modern English word 'infeasible'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not able to be done or made', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not possible to do easily or conveniently; impractical.
The plan was deemed infeasible due to budget constraints.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35